Kaduna Electric Kicks off Meter Acquisition Fund Metering Programme
By Asmau Mohammed
The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Kaduna Electric, Dr. Umar Abubakar Hashidu, officially launched the deployment of the Meter Acquisition Fund (MAF) metering programme at NITR Quarters, Kaduna.
The initiative,
aimed at improving electricity billing accuracy and enhancing customer
satisfaction, is part of Kaduna Electric’s ongoing efforts to bridge the
metering gap within its service areas.
Speaking at
the flag-off ceremony, Dr. Hashidu emphasized the company’s commitment to
delivering efficient and transparent electricity services. “This programme is
designed to provide customers with accurate billing by ensuring the
availability of prepaid meters. Our goal is to eliminate estimated billing and
promote fairness in electricity consumption charges,” he stated.
The MAF
metering program has the potential to significantly reduce challenges Kaduna
Electric faces such as Aggregate Technical, Commercial, and Collection
(ATC&C). He urged customers to cooperate with the teams by obliging them
with the required data.
He further
highlighted that the Meter Acquisition Fund allows customers to acquire prepaid
meters free, easing the financial burden on customers while enhancing
transparency.
Community
leaders and residents of NITR Quarters expressed their appreciation for the
initiative, noting that it would not only improve billing accuracy but also
promote energy efficiency.
The
deployment at NITR Quarters marks the beginning of a phased rollout across
Kaduna Electric’s franchise States, with the company pledging continued
investments in infrastructure and customer-centric solutions.
Kaduna
Electric’s Meter Acquisition Fund programme is in line with the Federal
Government’s directive to increase metering coverage nationwide, thereby
reducing electricity theft and enhancing revenue collection.
Kaduna Electric Seeks Timely Payments to Boost Power
Supply Efficiency
By Mohammed Abba
Kaduna
Electric has expressed concern over outstanding electricity bills owed by
customers across its franchise, warning that the mounting debts are negatively
impacting service delivery and operational efficiency.
During a
recent courtesy visit to the Controller of the Nigeria Correctional Service in
Gusau, the Zamfara Regional Manager of Kaduna Electric, Malam Gaddafi Ibrahim
Saminaka, represented by the Zamfara North Area Manager, Lawal Adamu,
highlighted the financial challenges facing the company.
Adamu
emphasized that non-payment of electricity bills remains one of the biggest
hurdles for the company. He explained that Kaduna Electric relies on revenue
from bill payments to sustain and improve electricity distribution
infrastructure.
"Electricity
distribution is capital-intensive, and without timely payments from customers,
it becomes difficult to maintain efficiency and meet our market obligations,"
Adamu stated.
He further
stressed that, the growing debt burden is preventing necessary investments in
power infrastructure, which affects the quality and reliability of electricity
supply in the region. He called for collaboration in resolving financial
obligations to ensure the smooth operation of electricity services, reiterating
Kaduna Electric’s commitment to providing reliable power while urging customers
to fulfill their payment responsibilities.
Adamu noted
that correctional facilities require an efficient electricity supply to support
their operations, particularly given the current security situation.
Strengthening the relationship between Kaduna Electric and such institutions is
key to addressing outstanding debts. He added that timely payments would enable
the company to enhance operations and better serve institutions like the
Nigeria Correctional Service.
He
reaffirmed Kaduna Electric’s stance on engaging with critical institutions to
stress the importance of electricity bill payments to ensure seamless service
delivery and foster long-term partnerships.
In response,
the Controller of the Nigeria Correctional Service, Tanko Musa, described the
visit as a significant step toward strengthening cooperation between Kaduna
Electric and the institution. He emphasized that the collaboration fosters
transparency and ensures efficient electricity distribution for the benefit of
both parties.
Musa
acknowledged the challenges in the power sector but expressed optimism about
the improvements and reforms being implemented by Kaduna Electric. Recognizing
the need for positive change, he pledged commitment to fostering a more
effective and efficient system.
Regarding
financial obligations, Musa assured that current charges would be settled
promptly, with a partial payment toward the outstanding balance. He also
pledged to maintain open communication, assuring that the organization would
always be receptive to necessary visits or discussions.
Furthermore,
he affirmed his commitment to enhancing the supply of essential resources to
the prison yard, ensuring that inmates’ needs are better met. He also expressed
willingness to provide necessary support within his capacity to improve
conditions and promote a more functional and sustainable correctional system.
